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University of Northern Colorado vs Regis University

MSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Northern Colorado
$14,788 vs $16,193
Easier to get into
Regis University
87.3% vs 86.4% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Northern Colorado
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Regis University
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeMSNMSN
Formatin personin person
LocationGreeley, CODenver, CO
Length24 months24 months
NCLEX pass rate
Acceptance rate86.4%87.3%BEST
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance exam
Total tuition$14,788 in / $25,426 outBEST$16,193
In-state tuition$14,788BEST$16,193
Out-of-state tuition$25,426$16,193BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNECCNE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Northern Colorado or Regis University?

University of Northern Colorado is the more affordable option at roughly $14,788, compared to $16,193. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Northern Colorado and Regis University the same type of program?

Both are MSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Northern Colorado and Regis University?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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